Iron Maiden and Z2 Comics Announce Somewhere In Time Graphic Novel

British heavy metal legends Iron Maiden have teamed up once again with Z2 Comics to bring their seminal 1986 album Somewhere In Time to life in graphic novel form. Scheduled for release on March 2, 2027, the project marks the third collaboration between the band and the comic publisher, following the previous graphic adaptations of Piece of Mind and Bruce Dickinson's The Mandrake Project.

Somewhere In Time: The Graphic Album offers a visual journey through each track on the album, featuring the band's iconic mascot Eddie reimagined as a futuristic cyborg wielding firearms. This iteration of Eddie reflects the album’s sci-fi themes and presents a muscular, formidable figure designed to complement the music’s powerful tone.

The graphic novel encompasses a narrative framework with both a prologue and an epilogue, encapsulating the essence of the album within a structured storyline. Each of the eight songs receives its own comic adaptation, crafted by a diverse array of contributors including notable writers and artists such as Kelly Sue DeConnick, Andy MacDonald, Steve Niles, and Goran Parlov, among others. This collaborative effort brings varied creative interpretations to the album’s songs, enriching the experience beyond the original audio format.

Adding further depth, the graphic album includes an introductory essay by esteemed comic artist Bill Sienkiewicz, who notably has prior connections with Iron Maiden’s frontman Bruce Dickinson. Additionally, a comprehensive interview with guitarist Adrian Smith delves into the making of the original album, providing fans insight into its creation and lasting impact. Smith has expressed particular admiration for this version of Eddie, highlighting its powerful and menacing depiction as a fitting visual counterpart to the music.

Multiple editions of Somewhere In Time: The Graphic Album will be available. Deluxe and Platinum versions will be housed in metallic slipcases styled as a Time Machine, featuring a diecut green acetate targeting lens and cover art by Blake Armstrong. The standard retail edition will offer three different cover designs: one by Jay Geldhof exclusive to EMP, another by Dan Mumford limited to Rarewaves, and a third by Tony Harris for wider distribution. Collectors will appreciate that the higher-tier editions also include art prints of all covers by Davide Fabbri and a bookplate personally signed by Adrian Smith.

This release further solidifies the ongoing partnership between Iron Maiden and Z2 Comics, which has successfully extended the band’s rich storytelling into the graphic medium. Fans of the band who appreciate the blending of music and visual art are likely to find this project particularly compelling.

Coinciding with the graphic novel announcement, Iron Maiden has also revealed plans for a North American tour set for spring 2027, suggesting a broader campaign to celebrate and reinvigorate interest in their classic works.

Details about the graphic novel’s full narrative scope, pricing, and availability were made public alongside preview images showcasing the distinct cover artworks. These visuals emphasize the cybernetic and futuristic aesthetic inspired by the Somewhere In Time album artwork, tying the project firmly to Iron Maiden’s distinctive visual identity.

While precise information on distribution and additional promotional events remains limited at this stage, the collaboration promises to offer a multifaceted experience that honors the legacy of Iron Maiden’s influential 1980s era. The graphic album stands as a noteworthy addition to the band’s extensive catalog of creative ventures, reinforcing their status as pioneers not only in music but also in multimedia storytelling.